The Summer Social: Training Your Dog for Guests & Gatherings
In this episode, Chris and Jaimee talk about how to set your dogs up for success this summer season with lots of parties and events. When and how you should allow your dog to participate in these activities and how to get them set up for good greeting behavior. We discuss how to set predictable patterns of behavior for gatherings such as pool parties and what dogs need to feel comfortable. We close the show by going through reminders about pet safety tips and advisories for the summer heat.
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BIO:
Jaimee Kelsey is the Director of Training at Dog Gone Smart, Chris’ canine center in Norwalk, CT. She has been part of the Dog Gone Smart Family for over 20 years. A resident of Westport, she started as a client who needed help with her rescue dog, and pretty much never left. She went through Chris’ canine behavior and training internship program in 2000 and has been helping pets and their owners ever since. Jaimee’s love of animals is contagious. She is a mother of 2 boys and knows what it takes to keep a household running smoothly for both humans and canines! She specializes in working with families to teach how all can live together harmoniously through playful and positive techniques. Having a pet should be a joyful bonding experience for the entire family!